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2004 Peugeot 206 2.0L Diesel · YR54 KHZ

YR54 KHZ

2004 Peugeot 206 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 24 Sept 2004. Recorded mileage 129,170 miles. MOT expired on 11 May 2025.

Make & Model
PEUGEOT 206
Year / Origin
2004 · Sheffield
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 11 May 2025
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
129,170 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
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MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 11 May 2025
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2004
Engine
1997cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a clean MOT pass on May 13, 2024 at 129,170 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the history shows a pattern of immediate failures followed by successful passes. In both February 2023 and February 2024, the car failed the test just days or weeks before a pass, suggesting that the previous owner addressed specific defects only when prompted by legal requirements rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. At 22 years old, the recorded mileage of 129,170 miles represents an average usage of approximately 5,871 miles per year. This is significantly lower than the national average, indicating the car has seen light use over its lifespan. Between February 2023 and May 2024, the vehicle covered only 7,597 miles, which confirms a recent period of low-annual mileage. While low mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, it often leads to the degradation of rubber-based parts and potential corrosion of brake discs and exhaust systems due to lack of regular use. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis, as older Peugeot 206 models are prone to significant rust in the rear arches and sills. Given the low mileage and the age of the vehicle, inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for cracking, which perish over time regardless of distance driven. The braking system should also be checked for seized calipers or pitting, as vehicles that sit for long periods frequently suffer from internal corrosion in the braking assembly.
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YR54 KHZ Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 13/05/2024
  • 129,170 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (4 mentions)

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YR54 KHZ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 Sept 2026, 08:30
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Peugeot 206 (YR54 KHZ) between February 2022 and May 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 13 May 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Bodywork (3 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”.

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YR54 KHZ Mileage History

  1. 11/02/2022119,049 mi
  2. 10/02/2023121,491 mi+2,442 mi
  3. 16/02/2023121,573 mi+82 mi
  4. 19/02/2024129,138 mi+7,565 mi
  5. 13/05/2024129,170 mi+32 mi

Average of roughly 4,497 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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45
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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